Christine,
Having started an ENB N61 course at Lincoln University (but as the ENB had
folded by the end been awarded a diploma from the University)
I was very disappointed to find that at the end of all my hard work that
the qualification was essentially worthless in the eyes of recruitment
consultants and employers as it is not a registerable qualification.
I find this particularly frustrating when I was looking for a new job
through. I was informed by a recruitment consultant that I would not be
considered for roles where a qualification was required, but someone who
had done an Occupational Health Certificate 20yrs ago would be.
My friend who has an MSc in Occupational Health is also in the same
situation.
However the good news is that most employers do not discriminate against
those with a registerable qualification and those with a qualification that
demonstrates professional development particularly if you have some
experience.
I can't help feeling that the goal posts keep moving in nurse education,
its no wonder so many choose to leave the profession.
(Yes it is a sore point for me !!)
Regards
Samantha Davies
Occupational Health Adviser
Christine Hamlet
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Subject: ENB N61
12/05/2004 21:58
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Can anybody clarify what recognition this course gets on job applications
as regards qualifications? When I completed the course in 2002 the ENB had
ceased to exist and I was awarded a University Diploma (72 credits at Level
2) in Occupational Health Nursing. I am confused when completing
application forms as to exactly what it stands for and how much does the
prospective employer know about the course content?
Any views or advice would be most welcome.
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